Sulphur, except sublimed sulphur, precipitated sulphur and colloidal sulphur

cpc code 34520 covers the production and trade of sulphur, excluding sublimed, precipitated, and colloidal forms. Sulphur is a critical raw material with diverse industrial applications, making it an essential commodity in the global economy. This industry plays a vital role in supporting various downstream sectors, from agriculture and chemicals to pharmaceuticals and textiles.

Sulphur is primarily extracted from natural deposits, such as volcanic sources or oil and gas fields. The production process typically involves mining, refining, and purification techniques to obtain the desired form of sulphur. Depending on the source and end-use requirements, sulphur may undergo further processing, such as melting, granulation, or pastillation, to meet specific quality standards.

The main inputs for the sulphur industry include raw sulphur deposits, mining and extraction equipment, and energy sources for processing and refining. Additionally, the industry may rely on transportation infrastructure, such as railways and ports, to facilitate the movement of sulphur to domestic and international markets.

The primary output of cpc code 34520 is refined sulphur, which is then consumed by various downstream industries. Some of the key consumers of sulphur include the 34310 Fertilizers and nitrogen compounds, 20110 Basic chemicals, and 21000 Pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products sectors. Sulphur is also used in the production of 20120 Dyes and pigments, 20130 Agro-chemical products, and 20290 Other chemical products n.e.c..